[ Yennefer begs to differ, but that goes right back to being far too headstrong and opinionated for her own good. ]

It's a bit less shocking. They do that to young girls where I'm from. Or anyone with a royal bloodline for that matter. As long as their healthy and can provide an heir to carry on a name.

[ Yennefer pauses and then smiles. ]

Looks can be deceiving. I am seventy-one now.